If you’re wondering what’s there to do in Warsaw? Fret no more! Try the E. Wedel Cafe! Located at 8 Szpitalna Street in Warsaw, the Wedel cafe is today still located at its original location and Jan Wedel (the last “Wedel” owner) was then known as the “Willy Wonka” of Poland!
Wedel Cafe Building located at 8 Szpitalna Street Warsaw
As the oldest chocalatier in the whole of Poland, Wedel is of course known for its chocolates! It is today quite an atas (high class) place to chill out and have a nice leisurely afternoon with your friends. Check out the high class setting of Wedel cafe!
Founders of Wedel Chocolate Warsaw PolandInterior of Wedel Cafe (Warsaw Poland) with all sorts of chocolates and pralines!Chocolate basket – Nicely packaged Wedel Chocolates!!
The cool thing about Wedel cafe is that eventhough it is quite high class, the prices are actually still pretty much affordable. Cheaper than your starbucks coffee! 😮 We had a “Traditional Chocolate” which is made of rich melted original chocolate, for only 12zl!! Just 1 is good to share because of its richness. You may feel jerlat if you have 1 whole cup to yourself. But then again, it’s chocolate right? Chocolates are scientifically proven to help the brain release endorphins. Therefore you’ll feel happier…
Traditional Wedel Chocolate made from rich melted original recipe chocolate! (E Wedel Cafe Warsaw Poland)
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If it’s your first time in Poland and you’re wondering what to eat in Warsaw Poland, you definitely wont go wrong with pierogi or the humble dumpling!
What to eat in Warsaw Poland?
Lunch at Zapiecek Warsaw Poland
Zapiecek is actually a franchise that has many outlets Warsaw. The food there is not too bad, well-priced and quite traditional. If you’re not sure where to go, this place is a good start. But of course, for excellent, top notch, best polish food, you’ve got to go to Folk Gospoda!
Interior of restaurant with many translation of the word “Dumpling”Interior of Zapiecek Restaurant
The interior of the restaurant is quite traditionally decorated. The main theme was wood which brought about a homely traditional feel. The wall was also written with different translations and fonts of the word “dumpling” which seems to suggest that their dumplings are quite good…
Menu at Zapiecek Hungarian Pancake with Goulash & Pork Stew (32zl)Spelt Pierogi with spinach leaves and cream cheese (24zl)700ml Sangria (15zl)
There were so many types of dumplings available on the menu and after browsing for quite a while (the waitress came back to us twice), we finally decided upon the Spelt Pierogi and the Hungarian Pancake!
We chose the spelt pierogi cause of its unique ingredients of spinach and cream cheese. Usually dumplings come with meat. This is a bit different. Plus it’s recommended! The cheese was mild (much like a sauce) and went quite well with the spinach filling.
The Hungarian pancake on the other hand was REALLY filling! The starchy pancake and the meaty chunks made us really really full after the meal. The sauce was meaty with a slight tomato base so though we were quite full, it did not make us feel jerlat (too sick of it).
The meal ended with a nice glass of Sangria. Great choice by Kate. 700ml for $6SGD! 😮
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Folk Gospoda is simply the best polish restaurant in Warsaw! This restaurant is excellent in taste, has great service and has prices that are hard to beat (especially for its set lunches). So good, that we visited it twice in a matter of days!
Entrance to Folk Gospoda in Warsaw Poland
On our first night there, we were pleasantly surprised by the ambience. A cozy, homely feel accomplished with the wood finishes…
Warm and cozy ambience with wood finishes at Folk Gospoda Warsaw PolandThe bar counter at Folk Gospoda Warsaw PolandMenu of Folk Gospoda at Grzybowska Street
On our first visit to Folk Gospoda, we ordered the traditional polish fare of smoked duck and meat dumplings!
Folk Gospoda (Warsaw Poland)Smoked duck with raspberry sauce (43zl) and yes, that’s an apple!Folk Gospoda: Russian Style Meat Dumplings (24zl)
Both dishes were superb! The smoked duck was tender and the skin was crisp. The raspberry sauce complemented the smokey full flavoured duck. The dish was also served with sauerkraut as well as the potato dumpling which was chewy but oh so yummy!
On the other hand, the dumpling tasted really traditional (slight gamey taste) with bacon bits and pine nuts that really made the taste outstanding. The seasoning of the meat was not too salty, well balanced to bring out the flavours of the meat. Yum yum!
Set lunch at Folk Gospoda – Soup (Pea), Mains and Desserts for only 19zl!
We decided to visit Folk Gospoda again because we heard about the set lunches which included soup, mains and desserts for just 19zl! (Thats $7.50SGD!). The other reason was because we simply had to try the honey-glazed pork knuckle which we saw on the menu on our last visit! Sounded so enticing! Again, we thoroughly enjoyed this visit…
Folk Gospoda Restaurant: Stick of Pork Skewer with Green & Red Peppers w Fries
The set lunch came with the mains of the pork skewer with fries and it was well worth the price. Although the meat was a wee bit tough, the taste more than made up for it. The smokey, BBQ, kebab-like taste was quite enjoyable. The light hot sauce helped to tingle the taste buds as well.
Honey Glazed Pork Knuckle (38zl) @ Folk Gospoda Warsaw Poland
Finally, the highlight that we were waiting for…the Honey Glazed Pork Knuckle! Just by looking at the picture, you must be wanting to sink your teeth into it right? Well, it was REALLY juicy and tender! The skin was lightly sweetened by the honey and the meat, OH SO TENDER! The combination coupled with some light mustard was just perfect. Ma ma mia! Speaking of pork knuckles, we would still rank the Hof Brauhaus pork knuckle 1st. But this one at Folk Gospoda comes in a really close 2nd!
Folk Gospoda Warsaw: Creampie with Fruit
We ended off the meal with the fruit creampie. Seemed to us like a traditional dish. The cream was light and fresh. Tasted as though the cream was freshly blended and frothed before bringing up to you. The total bill came up to 70zl and it was really well worth it!
How to get to Folk Gospoda Warsaw Poland
Map to Folk Gospoda in Warsaw Poland
Folk Gospoda is located near the junction of Grzybowska and Wallcow streets. You wont miss it because you will notice a large mural on the wall that says “Folk Gospoda” and a logo of a peacock (we’re guessing here). Because we stayed at the Platinum Residences (beside Hilton Warsaw), it was just a short walk away.
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